Air India passenger plane crashes with 242 onboard in Ahmedabad, 1 survived

India's Prime Minister visits the crash site 

The Prime Minsiter of India, Narendra Modi also visited the crash site earlier today where he examined the extent of damage and expressed his deep condolences in response to the incident. 

"Visited the crash site in Ahmedabad today. The scene of devastation is saddening. Met officials and teams working tirelessly in the aftermath. Our thoughts remain with those who lost their loved ones in this unimaginable tragedy," the Prime Minister said in a social media post. 

President of Guyana offers condolences 

Following the tragic plane crash in India, the President of Guyana, Dr Irfaan Ali has offered his sincere condolences on behalf of the people and governement of Guyana through an official post on his social media. 

'Worst Crash in Aviation History' says President Trump 

US President Donald Trump while speaking at the White house today called the plane crash in Ahmedabad, also known as the Manchester of India, as the 'Worst crash in Aviation history.' Trump said that he has offered anything that the US authorities could do to India after the horrific crash. 

He further added that nobody has an idea that what happened as the plane was flying just fine before it crashed. 

Video footage of the lone survivor in the Ahmedabad plane crash

CCTV footage of Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad, India

Death Toll Rises to 290, Ahmedabad Police said

Visuals from Plane Crash in Ahmedabad

Barbados Prime Minsiter, Mia Mottley shares her condolences

The news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad this morning is simply tragic.

On behalf of our nation, I extend my deepest condolences and solidarity to Prime Minister @narendramodi, the people of India, and the families of those involved.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

— Mia Amor Mottley (@miaamormottley) June 12, 2025

Former Gujarat's CM confirmed 'Dead' by Aviation Minsiter 

204 Bodies recovered so far 

According to the Ahmedabad police, who is performing the investigations on site, approxiamately 204 bodies have been recovered so far from the crash site. The police has further cited that it remains unknown if all the dead were onbaord the plane or not. 

St Kitts and Nevis' Foreign Minister Dr Denzil Douglas expresses his condolences 

The Minister of Foreign Affairs for St Kitts and Nevis in response to the Ahmedabad Plane Crash has expressed his condolences to the victims and the Government and People of Dominica through a social media post. 

"My profound condolences to the Government, People of India and to all directly affected by the tragedy of Air India, just moments after taking off in Ahmedabad for Gatwick Airport in London … And has resulted in the loss of all on board, 242 Lives lost, and the insurmountable suffering and emotional pain. Our Prayers are with you at this time of grief," said Dr Denzil Douglas. 

UK and US officials to aid in investigations 

The Air Accidents Investigaion Branch (AAIB) has formally offered its assistance to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in India. AAIB has said that they will be deploying multidisciplinary investigation team to India to support the Indian-led investigation. They added that the UK will have expert status in Indian Investigation because UK Citizens were on board the plane. 

Reports have also emerged that US investigators are also heading towards India with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) who will assist in the investigation. This was said by NTSB in a post shared on 'X' where they further emphasized that they will be leading the US team adding that the government of India will also be providing all information in accordance with the  protocols of the International Civil Aviation Organization, 

Air India organses relief flights for families

Air India through an official statement on 'X' has annoucned that they are organising relief flights for the families of the passengers involved in the plane crash and the airline staff. The airline said that they are sending return flights from Delhi and Mumbai that will arrive at 23:00 IST and depart a 1:00 IST on Friday. 

UPDATE: Air India is organizing two relief flights, one each from Delhi and Mumbai, to Ahmedabad for the next of kin of passengers and Air India staff.

Details of the flights:

IX1555 – Delhi-Ahmedabad
Time of departure: 2300 hrs on 12 June

IX1556 – Ahmedabad-Delhi
Time of…

— Air India (@airindia) June 12, 2025

British Survivor says the plane crashed with loud noise 

According to the news agency ANI, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a british national was able to survive the crash and is currently hospitalised and under treatment. It was also reported that Vishwash was sitting at the 11A seat as he also shared his boarding pass. 

While speaking to the news agency, Vishwash said that just 30 seconds after the takeoff there was a loud noise to which the plane immediately crashed. "It happened so quickly" said Vishwash. 

New report confirms 100 as 'Dead' in Ahmedabad Plane Crash 

An additional report has confirmed that at least 100 people have been dead following a major plane crash involving a Air India flight in Ahmedabad today. 

Local police says 'No Survivors' from the crash 

A local police officer present on the site in Ahmedabad has said that there appears to be no survivors from the Air India plane crash that took place today. 

Death Toll From Ahmedabad Plane Crash, at least 30 dead 

As per reports from local news outlets, at least 30 dead bodies have been dragged out from the accident site. The plane crashed into the BJ Medical College's UG hostel mess in Meghani Nagar, where the students were having their lunch when the plane crashed. Visuals from the accident also shows broken plates and cutlerry scattered on the floor. 

Flight Services resume at Ahmedabad airport 

The Indian Aviation Ministry has stated that the flight operations at the Ahmedabad Airport have been resumed after the plane crash. 

The Aviation ministry said that all the safty protoclls are being thoroughly followed with utmost care as the operation continues. 

Local Politician confirms doctors have been rescued 

A local politician from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India has confirmed to local reporters that doctors have been rescued from the accomodation where the plane crashed. 

Darshna Vaghela said, "I was in my office nearby when the plane crashed and there was a loud thud, We rescued many doctors from their flats." 

More Visuals from Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad 

PM Modi releases first statement after Ahmedabad Plane Crash 

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi has released an official statement through his 'X' account expressing his heartbreak over the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. In his post he emphasized that he is saddened to know about the crash and is currently in touch with the ministers and authorities to assist those affected. 

The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected. 

Evidence confirms Vijay Rupani was onboard Air India flight when it crashed 

An image of the e-ticket is going viral on social media confirming that Vijay Rupani, the former CM of Gujarat was onboard the Air India plane that was involved in the crash. Here is the passenger ticket attached. 

Visibility was clear, and weather was stable: REPORTS 

BBC has verified that the weather conditions were stable and clear when the plane crashed. According to them, the surface winds were light and visibility was six kilometres, according to the aviation weather forecast at the time. 

There were no significant clouds or weather phenomena reported and there was no indication of wind shear, storms or other adverse weather conditions that might have led to the incident. 

Buckingham Palace says King Charles is being kept updated 

The Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles is being updated on the developing story after the Gatwick Bound plane crashed in Ahmedabad, India. 

Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls the scene as 'Devastating'

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer has sent his thoughts in response to the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. 

"The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time," said the Prime Minister. 

Plane Crashed into Doctor's Hostel

ANI has reported that a senior police officer has confirmed them that the Air India plane crashed into a Doctor's hostel. The source also confirmed that other civic workers reached the site in minutes and immediately carried out the rescue operations. 

Here is what DGCA has confirmed so far 

The DGCA has released an official statement following the crash outlining several key points, which are as follows;

1. There were a total of 242 people on board the aircraft including two pilots and 10 cabin crew. 

2. The flight captain had 8200 hours of flying experience, while the co-pilot had a experience of 11,00 hours. 

3. The aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 13:39 IST, from runway 23. 

4. The airlines also gave a mayday call to air traffic control, however no response was recieved after that. 

5. The plane was crashed outside the airport perimeter. 

169 Indians and 53 British nationals were onboard, Confirms Air India

Air India has now released a breakdown of the different nationalities on board the flight that was involved in the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. According to the information, 169 were indian nationls, 53 were British nationals, one was Canadian and seven were Portuguese nationals onboard the flight. 

The airlines has also shed light that the injured are being taken to the nearest hospital for treatment. 

DGCA confirms the plane crashed in Residential area 

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation for India, Faiz Ahmed Kidwai has confirmed that the plane crashed in an area called as Meghani Nagar in Ahmedabad India.

Visuals from Ahmedabad Plane Crash 

Heart aches for the victims. Sending prayers for healing and safety. 🙏
#planecrash pic.twitter.com/5RQuyx6xIG

— Hinduism_and_Science (@Hinduism_sci) June 12, 2025

Ahmedabad Airport Ceases operation 

The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, from where the Air India flight took off before the crash has announced a temporary closure of their operations. The airport  made the announcement by emphasizing that all flights will remain suspended until any further notice. 

Gatwick Airport London releases a statement: Read Here

Following the shocking crash, the Gatwick Airport in London released a breif statement on 'X' where they confirmed that the plane was travelling their before it crashed. 

We can confirm that flight AI171 that crashed on departure from Ahmedabad Airport today was due to land at London Gatwick at 18:25.

More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/nWcXcAF81a

— London Gatwick LGW (@Gatwick_Airport) June 12, 2025

'Shocked and Devasted,' says Indian aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu 

The Indian Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu following the Air India plane crash shared a breif statement on his Twitter account where he stated that he is 'shocked and devasted' to know about the crash. 

He added that the authorities are on highest alert, while confirming that he himself is monitoring the situation. He also stated that he has directed all the aviationa nd emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. 

Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad.

We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action.

Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all…

— Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu (@RamMNK) June 12, 2025

FlightRadar says they recieved last update just seconds after takeoff 

The Flight tracking website, Flight Radar following the crash posted an update on their twitter account, where they stated that the last signal recieved from the aircraft was at 08:08:51 UTC, which is just seconds after the takeoff. 

Air India flight #AI171 was scheduled to fly from Ahmedabad International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The signal from the aircraft was lost at 08:08 UTC (13:38 local time) at 625 feet, less than a minute after take off. pic.twitter.com/0wi4ccQnLL

— Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) June 12, 2025

Directorate general of Civil Aviaton sheds light on the incident 

According to the Directorate General of Civil aviation for India, there were 242 persons onboard the aircraft which included 230 passengers, 10 cabin crew and 2 pilots. He also added that the aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with first officer Clive Kundar.  

The DGCA also confirmed that the aircraft involved in the incident was a Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft which took off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad.